13 Mar 1963
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Newspaper
North Hills News Record
Location
Warrendale, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1963
Page
1
Bradford Woods adopted budget cuts with a four mill tax rate reduction. The action aims to trim spending as the reductions increase due to high costs and fiscal pressure.
Franklin Park officials kept the tax rate at current levels on March 11 proposing no cut. Councilmen Durian Jenkins and Mayor Ruester opposed lowering taxes while discussing a 37,000 budget for road work and general government costs. Fire and police provisions, street openings, and audits were among items reviewed by the board and supervisors.
A fast-running burglar eluded police from Hampton Etna and Shaler after Shaler officers surprised him at a scene on Thursday March 7 around 5 p.m. He fled from a station wagon stolen from Armstrong Cork Co. and left the vehicle when approached. The thief took $12 from a cash register before fleeing, and police from three towns searched the area for hours but found him.
Chain Ross seeks to shield schools by barriers of chains as part of a plan to secure campuses. Officials say the measure aims to deter intruders while preserving access for authorized personnel. Details on implementation timelines and funding remain unresolved.
The Ambridge Water Authority plans a 33 million expansion to extend service lines through Marshall Township and Bradford Woods, aiming to reach Warrendale areas. Cranberry Municipal Sewer and Water Authority negotiates with the state to run lines to Fernway Park for the Warrendale Youth Development Center, but shows no intent to serve Marshall-Bradford Woods homes. Local officials discuss project scope, road access, and potential costs as meetings are held with townships, boroughs, and North Hills School District.
Marshall Townsmp supervisors approved the budget keeping the millage at 6 plus 1 mill fire tax. The largest share funds roads and highways with 46 892, including 20 448 for construction and 17 946 for maintenance. Fire tax adds about 5 700 plus new truck costs. General government totals 7 871 with salaries and utilities. The 1965 assessed valuation is about 5 209 855, up from 5 133 308 in 1962.
Postings indicate a political climate in North Hills with debate over an open primary. Supporters and opponents explain their stances as field registration opens in West View Friday and continues Wednesday in Shaler Township, March 14.
Thomas Miller, 20, charged with burglary for stealing a checkbook from Albee Homes Route 19 Wexford and passing $1,500 in bad checks. Miller, Douglas, and Walker, all Pittsburgh residents, allegedly used stolen credentials to cash the checks. Miller arrested March 6 and turned over to Pine Township police by county detectives.
Four classrooms at Shale Township are shifting ninth graders from the high school to an elemental junior high building. The plan, tied to a ten-room addition, aims to house students as councilmen and officials prepare election of new boroughtion leaders.
The page lists numerous residents from Ross Township West View Allison Park and surrounding areas including Park Place Berkeley Hills Butler and Shaler Township. It notes Mr R W Diegler 58 and Mrs D Emery Brandon 48 among others. The article mentions March 11 and that the move to use vacant classrooms is to enroll 150 additional students as both junior and senior high schools reach capacity.
Job West View Water Authority launches a $3 million expansion to bring water to Franklin Park, Pine, Marshall and McCandless. Groundbreaking on Roosevelt Road, Ohio Township, drew officials from North Hills towns. The project, financed by a federal grant of $747,900 and Pittsburgh National Bank borrowing, could rise to $3 million in five years and spur further development.
Two juveniles burglarized the home of Edward A. Braun on Montgomery Road Franklin Park at about 4 50 p m Friday March 8 and stole 25 pounds Franklin Park Police Chief Joseph Hotnich said the youths were caught by Butler County authorities and had no prior burglary record.
Inside pages note contact information for the North Hills News-Record office at 182 Perry Highway Pittsburgh 37 Pa. Telephones listed as phono 30-0545 or O31-4441.
Applications for 196% scholar awards are due by April 15 to the North Hills High School address. The Educational Foundation funds, with similar notices from North Catholic High Schools, promise later announcements in May or June. The event includes a Dollars for Scholars dance at West View Park on April 26, featuring the town’s orchestral program.
The Hamptonian makes its first appearance this week on page 21 of North Hills News Record. The monthly feature showcases Hampton High School students alongside Richland High School Ram Page and North Allegheny High School Star, with the Hamptonian appearing once a month.
Police say McKnight Road crash on Monday involved two youths identified as Fownes and Krall aiding a poisoned child. A Masher and siren were used as a stolen car bumped another vehicle near a diner. One youth was captured in nearby woods and taken to Allegheny General Hospital. the other was also hospitalized. Both suspects held for questioning. the poisoned child received treatment at St John General Hospital and was discharged.
A reader voices frustration over income taxes reducing funds for education. He cites two young workers paying $200 in taxes and argues for deduction relief for those earning less than college costs, claiming government aid should not shortcut personal savings and effort.
Officials including Squire T Mair and EL oppose a new township building on McCully Road citing funding limits and potential tax impact. They note grant terms require spending to match local funds and suggest delaying construction to avoid raising local taxes while awaiting federal terms.
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